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An Essex Police spokeswoman said: "We were called to reports a body of a man had been found near to Meteor Way, Chelmsford at around 7.45pm on Tuesday 20 August.

There is a large police presence

"The death is being treated as unexplained."

One witness in the area, who wishes to remain anonymous, said: " It is very unsettling to see the police presence here today, especially because there are three different organisations for children down here.

"I wouldn't be down here late at night that's for sure. It's a cut through for people getting into town so we get a lot of people passing through here at night.

A large area of woodland has been tapped off

"I would advise anyone coming down here to be extra vigilant."

Jeremy Harvey, who has lived on Meteor Way for 28 years, added: "I saw the flashing lights last night at around 7pm. They were on the street for ages.